Proofreading should be done after developmental editing and copy editing are complete.

Proofreading is a final review of the manuscript to ensure there aren't any grammatical, spelling, and plot development inconsistencies.

Please note that proofreading will not leave you with suggestions or comments on how to tighten up your plot, character development, or storyline. I will fix any grammatical errors I see, but if I have to make more than 50 changes per 10k words, then I will need to stop proofreading and suggest copy editing, unless Cynful Monarch was the one to do the copy edits. The author can pay the difference if they would like to proceed with this option. If the author refuses copy editing I will send back the manuscript with the changes already made, unfinished. 

 Proofreading can take up to 7 business days. Please inbox me or email me to solidify timelines. Please plan accordingly, and don't hesitate to reach out with any questions. Manuscripts must be sent as a Word document.

After purchase, please email your manuscript to: Author.Cyn.Alexander@gmail.com

*I do offer sample editing up to 5 pages!

2025 Editing Policy

This policy outlines the terms and conditions for editing services provided by Cynful Monarch. By hiring me as your editor, you agree to the following terms:

1. Editing Credit Policy

- I provide three rounds of editing (which may include developmental, copy, and/or proofreading edits, depending on the package selected).

- If I do not complete all three rounds, my name must not be listed as the editor of the manuscript.

- Clients are free to acknowledge me in the acknowledgments section but may not list me as the official editor unless all rounds are completed.

2. Turnaround Time & Submission Deadlines

- Turnaround times vary based on the length, complexity, and quality of the manuscript at the time of submission.

- The official timeline for editing will begin once the full manuscript is submitted in the agreed-upon format.

- Any delays in receiving the manuscript may result in adjusted deadlines.

3. Revisions & Author Responsibility

- Each editing round allows for author revisions and feedback. Clients must submit their revisions within the agreed time frame to maintain the timeline, otherwise you understand that the timeline may be pushed back.

- If excessive rewrites are made after the first or second round, additional fees may apply due to the increased workload.

4. Payment & Refund Policy

- Refunds are not available once editing has begun. If a client chooses not to proceed after a round of editing, they will not be credited for future rounds.

5. Confidentiality & Manuscript Protection

- All client manuscripts are kept confidential and will never be shared, distributed, or discussed without the client’s written permission.

- I do not claim rights to any manuscript I edit. All creative ownership remains with the author.

6. Plagiarism & Ethical Standards

- I will not edit manuscripts that contain plagiarized content. If plagiarism is detected, the contract will be terminated without refund.

- Clients are responsible for ensuring their work is original before submission - this includes AI.

7. Final Responsibility

- While I strive to provide the highest quality editing, the final responsibility for the manuscript’s accuracy, clarity, and overall success rests with the author.

- I am not liable for errors that remain after the editing process, nor for any negative reviews, sales performance, or third-party opinions on the work.

By submitting a manuscript for editing, the client agrees to these terms.